Food And Beverage

BPT For most people, 2020 is a year of change. Remote work, social distancing and more have challenged people to find new ways to connect with each other. Fortunately, humans are resilient and their spirit for finding innovative ways to connect is alive and well. Even as the country reopens, many are still finding the…

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BPT Halloween has always been a favorite holiday for people of all ages, but this year it will undoubtedly look and feel different. In a year like no other, how can you create festive celebrations that you and your family will enjoy right at home? Looking for inspiration on how to celebrate with your family…

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Family Features Regardless of what back to school looks like this year, preparing family meals throughout the week does not have to be a challenge. Shopping at a store like ALDI can stretch your budget and help you make five different meals over five days for about $5 a meal pretax for a family of…

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By Karen Rankin  When cold weather arrives, hot chocolate, eggnog, and spiced tea are all the rage. Sometimes, however, you would like a seasonal alcoholic beverage — if only for the holidays. Most holiday beverages can easily be spiked with spirits and liquors. People often forget that one of the best winter drinks is apple…

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Family Features During a school year that’s sure to be a new experience for students and parents alike, many of the everyday necessities, like eating breakfast and lunch, remain. However, this year, many little learners will be enjoying their lunches from the comfort and safety of home rather than at school, meaning moms and dads…

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Family Features As the temperatures start to drop, it’s time to finally head indoors and turn on the stove again or that slow-cooker pot. These fall soups make the most of what’s in season — try chicken or pumpkin recipes, flavorful bean dinners, and easy butternut squash recipes, you name it — and come together…

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FAMILY FEATURES Whipping up a fresh cooked meal is one of the true joys of summer, especially when grilled grub is paired with tantalizing sides and tempting desserts.  Spice things up with Mexican Beef Sliders with Jalapeno Salsa and Avocado Cream coupled with a side like Roasted Potatoes then cap off a filling meal with…

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ABOVE PHOTO: Miso-Glazed Salmon Bento Learn to prepare authentic pantry-friendly meals and bento boxes FAMILY FEATURES Cooking with your kids is a fun way to bond while teaching basic culinary skills. It provides practical lessons like counting ingredients and dividing portions. Plus, meals cooked together offer kids something to look forward to during lunchtime. They…

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ABOVE PHOTO: Spicy Steak and Broccoli FAMILY FEATURES A distinctive and unexpected ingredient like rice vinegar is an easy way to bring faraway flavors to your favorite summer dishes. This pantry staple adds an Asian-inspired flavor to recipes of all kinds, from marinades to high-end meals. Explore a new way to enjoy steak this summer…

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BPT Warmer weather is finally here, and that means more daylight for activities of all types and ideally more time for relaxation. Whether family members choose to spend their time playing outside, tackling home projects or getting creative with crafts, it’s easy to work up an appetite for tasty summertime food. Crisp, juicy grapes serve…

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